Dental Assistant Salary in West Virginia
A dental assistant in West Virginia earns an estimated $42,800 a year ($20.58 an hour). Most workers fall from $29,100 to $62,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Dental Assistant pay in West Virginia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $29,100 | $13.99 |
| Median (estimate) | $42,800 | $20.58 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $62,100 | $29.86 |
| US national median | $47,500 | $22.84 |
The West Virginia estimate is 10% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in West Virginia keeps about $34,644 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,332.45 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the West Virginia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make in West Virginia?
About $42,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.